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What is the recommended alternative to hand washing when hands are not visibly soiled, according to CDC/HIPAC Guidelines?
What is the recommended alternative to hand washing when hands are not visibly soiled, according to CDC/HIPAC Guidelines?
When does a healthcare worker use transmission-based precautions?
When does a healthcare worker use transmission-based precautions?
Which of the following is NOT considered a blood-borne pathogen that can cause diseases?
Which of the following is NOT considered a blood-borne pathogen that can cause diseases?
What is the purpose of using detergent-containing wipes followed by alcohol-based antiseptic hand cleaners when hands are heavily contaminated with organic material?
What is the purpose of using detergent-containing wipes followed by alcohol-based antiseptic hand cleaners when hands are heavily contaminated with organic material?
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What is the number one strategy for successful nosocomial infection control?
What is the number one strategy for successful nosocomial infection control?
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Which biohazard exposure route is described when contamination occurs through breaks or cuts in the skin?
Which biohazard exposure route is described when contamination occurs through breaks or cuts in the skin?
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What is the recommended action to prevent biohazard exposure during handling broken glass?
What is the recommended action to prevent biohazard exposure during handling broken glass?
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Which precaution should be taken to avoid spreading spills over a wider area when cleaning a contaminated area?
Which precaution should be taken to avoid spreading spills over a wider area when cleaning a contaminated area?
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What is the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE) according to the text?
What is the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE) according to the text?
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Which situation would NOT be considered an exposure route according to the text?
Which situation would NOT be considered an exposure route according to the text?
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What should be done first in case of a mucous membrane exposure, as per the text?
What should be done first in case of a mucous membrane exposure, as per the text?
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Which item is recommended for surface decontamination in the specimen collection & processing areas based on the text?
Which item is recommended for surface decontamination in the specimen collection & processing areas based on the text?
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